Power outages in livestock farms are not only inconvenient, but also pose a significant risk. For dairy companies, sudden power outages may cause the milking system to stop running, cows to run aground, milk to spoil, resulting in losses of 5000-10000 people per hour. Solution? A reliable gas-fired generator set designed to maintain basic system operation in emergency situations.
1. Instant backup power supply:
The gas generator starts within a few seconds to ensure that the milking equipment, cooling system, and ventilation system remain operational. Diesel alternatives typically require a long preheating time, which may result in costly delays.
2. Fuel efficiency and cost savings:
The cost of natural gas and propane is 30-50% lower than that of diesel. For a 100 kW generator that operates for 8 hours per day during downtime, this is equivalent to saving 8000-12000 fuel annually.
3. Cleaner and safer operation:
Gas generator sets produce less emissions, protect livestock health, and comply with environmental regulations. They will also run quieter, reducing the pressure on animals in emergency situations.
4. Low maintenance cost and long service life:
Gas engines require less maintenance, oil changes, and parts replacement than diesel engines. This reduces downtime and extends equipment lifespan by 2-3x.
Choose the appropriate gas generator
Size is important: calculate the total power demand (milking system+cooling+ventilation) and increase surge by 20%.
Fuel flexibility: Choose dual fuel models using natural gas or propane to ensure redundancy during supply interruptions.
Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS): Ensuring seamless power transmission during power outages is crucial to prevent milk spoilage.
5. Real world impact
A dairy farm with 500 cows in the Midwest has installed a 150 kW gas generator with ATS. During the last 6 hours of power outage:
Avoiding milk loss: 2000 gallons (worth $6500).
Preventing equipment damage: saving potential repair costs of $12000.
Maintaining animal welfare: reducing stress-related health issues.
Investing in inner peace
Don't let power outages disrupt your operations. Gas generator sets provide all-weather protection to ensure business continuity and livestock safety.
Take immediate action:
Assess the electricity demand of your farm through free consultation.
Explore financing options for turnkey installation.
Collaborate with experts for maintenance, fuel supply, and support.
Protect your dairy farm, because every minute is important.
Contact our agricultural energy experts to design customized emergency power solutions.
